So, how to describe this? It’s rock, it’s pop, it’s quirky in its own way. But, what it never is is boring. I love the musical twists and turns. Sometimes I think, “This is what a great Motels or Martha Davis album might sound like today.” But, it’s not really that—and it’s not an 80’s throwback (for which I am eternally grateful!).

What’s my favorite thing about this artist and this album? I don’t have one. It’s not about any one thing. There’s so much in the singing, the songwriting, the performances. And, I like the lyrics—little phrases like these:

“I’m closing up for the season.”

“I want you to play me like a record tonight.”

“But if you play the game I’m going to play the fool.”

“My lonely heart is made for two, it beats too slowly without you.”

Did I mention “Parachute Heart”? That song followed by “Stars” may be the best part of the album. But, then there’s the opening track and so many more.

For me, a hard-to-define album. But, great music doesn’t need a definition. It just is. And that’s this album.